Today in 1966, The Beach Boys went to number 1 on the UK singles chart with “Good Vibrations”.

Today in 1971, Faces released their third album “A Nod Is As Good As A Wink To A Blind Horse”.

Died today in 1979, John Glascock bassist with Chicken Shack, Camel and Jethro Tull of a heart attack aged 26.

Died today in 1995, Alan Hull singer, songwriter, keyboards and guitarist with Lindisfarne of a heart attack aged 50.

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